Every single cosmetic procedure requires skilled estheticians to perform the technique. With the increasing demand for facial aesthetics processes like Botox, there is an increasing demand for trained physical therapists too. They are licensed skin care providers who have received certification after strenuous training and examination.
In this article, we will understand different policies of the state to apply botox by estheticians and the requirement of training behind it.
Can Estheticians Do Botox?
At present, no U.S. state authorizes estheticians—regardless of “master” or “medical” credentials—to inject Botox®. All 50 states classify neuromodulator injections as the practice of medicine (or, in a few cases, dentistry), meaning only licensed medical providers (MD/DO, PA, NP, RN under proper supervision, or dentists where specified) may legally perform them.
Attempting to inject with an esthetics license alone is considered unlicensed medical practice and can lead to hefty fines, loss of licensure, and even criminal charges.
Estheticians who want to add injectables to their skill set must first obtain a qualifying medical credential and complete board-approved, hands-on training, then work under the state-required level of physician oversight.
What Training Is Required For Estheticians?
As the facial procedure holds a special place in cosmetics aesthetics, one has to undergo specialized training to perform each task. Here’s what a typical training requirement looks like:
- Anatomy and Physiology: The understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the human body is very important to comprehend when it comes to applying botox. You must be trained enough to understand the different layers of skin, skin type, common skin conditions, and how they can be treated.
- Skin Care: A practice of hands-on experience is required which can be done under a physician. The estheticians must know needling techniques, dosage calculation, anatomical injection sites, use of injection pens, and more and this is only possible via training.
- Product knowledge: A good knowledge of facial anatomy, neuroscience, and pharmacology is a must. By knowing the intrinsic behavior of our body, it is easier to predict outcomes and potential risks. Estheticians are supported to know skin products like serums, sunscreens, and moisturizers to suggest to the patients.
- Client consultation: Effective communication skills are essential for Estheticians to understand clients’ needs and requirements. They also must be able to communicate the treatment plans to bring patients to the same page.
- Sanitation and Safety: They must be trained to follow the sanitation protocol and maintain a clean and hygienic environment. This includes careful sterilization of tools and equipment and proper disposal of waste.
Final Thoughts
The rule book of Botox application may have many rules but one rule remains constant that applies Botox to be performed by estheticians in the presence of a physician. Without going through tough training, no esthetician can ever perform tasks like injecting fillers or Botox independently. The training required by the aesthetics is vital to win the trust of patients and perform the most transformative procedure to bring out the new self from the patient’s life.
